ICM 72161 SB 2M-100 Katiushka Spanish Air Force Bomber (1/72)

The ICM 72161 SB 2M-100 Katiushka Spanish Air Force Bomber 1/72 scale plastic model kit is an excellent choice for aviation modeling enthusiasts who appreciate historic designs from the interwar period and the time of the Spanish Civil War. This kit represents the SB 2M-100 bomber, also known as the "Katiushka," which was an export version of the Soviet Tupolev SB bomber, widely used by the Air Force of Spain in the late 1930s.

The SB 2M-100 is a twin-engine medium bomber, developed in the USSR and entering serial production in 1934. It was one of the most advanced bombers of its time, used by both Soviet aviation and the Republican forces in Spain during the 1936-1939 civil war. These aircraft played a significant role in combat, introducing modern construction solutions such as an all-metal airframe, which contributed to the SB 2M-100's popularity among countries importing Soviet equipment.

The presented ICM model reproduces the machine in the colors of the Spanish Air Force, with authentic panel line details and decals allowing for faithful recreation of the original bomber camouflage from the period of the Spanish Civil War. This product falls under the "plastic model kit" category and has been made from high-quality plastic, ensuring precise fit and satisfying detail quality.

The kit includes a complete sprue with parts, transparent canopy glazing elements, and decals suited for Spanish markings. Adhesive and paints are not included – we recommend selecting them individually to achieve the highest level of realism in your model's finish.

• Scale: 1/72
• Country of original use: Spain, USSR
• Historical period: Spanish Civil War, 1936–1939, interwar period
• Material: plastic
• Extras: transparent canopy elements, decals
• Category: plastic model kit
• Manufacturer: ICM
• Build difficulty: 3/5 (moderate – recommended for intermediate modelers)

We especially recommend the ICM 72161 SB 2M-100 Katiushka model to modelers interested in reconstructing historical aircraft from the pre-war and Spanish Civil War eras. The kit delivers high-quality details while allowing you to develop your skills in building more complex models, combining educational and historical value.